Our in-house experts and 4,000 Luxury Escapes members have spoken: these are the top destinations and trends emerging for the year ahead.
Want to know where travel insiders are jetting off to in 2024? Luxury Escapes' annual Travel Trends report has landed.
We asked 4,000 Luxury Escapes members, and our in-house experts, what 2024 holds in store for their travel plans, from perennial favourites to rising travel stars (Japan or foodie tour, anyone?)
Top destinations
Australia
The Whitsundays
Discover Gold Coast
Surfers Paradise, Australia
The Langham, Gold Coast and Jewel Residences Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from
US $1,100
Surfers Paradise, Australia
JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 2 spa tubs, and outdoor tennis courts. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and supervised childcare. Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from
US $1,199
International
Bali
Off-the-beaten-track
South Africa
Discover Vietnam
Can Tho, Vietnam
Sheraton Can Tho Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom. Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from
US $410
Cam Lam, Vietnam
Fusion Resort Cam Ranh Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a health club, and a waterslide. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from
US $1,264
Da Nang, Vietnam
Melia Danang Beach Resort Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 5 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Total of 5 nights, 2 adults from
US $604
Top trends
Experiential travel - 58%
Food tourism - 58%
Wellness escapes - 36%
Multi-generational travel - 34%
Sustainable tourism - 23%
Fun facts
73% of travellers are open to cruising in 2024
The average age of cruisers has dropped from 49 in 2017, to 47 in 2024
A room upgrade is top priority when booking, with 65% ready to splash out
Read the full report here .
